Monthly Archives: February 2016
The Year Without a Valentine
I'm experiencing fourth grade at a new school through the eyes of my 10-year-old boy. And it isn't always pretty.
He's feeling Tales of a Fourth...
5 Rainy & Cold Weather Day Activities to Combat Boredom
Lately, here in Columbia, our weather has been a roller coaster ride of ups and downs. Warm 70-degree days one day to cold and...
Why We Use Nutella as a Bribe
Y'all know where I am going with this, don't you?
My kid doesn't eat. {How many of you just nodded your head, or said "Amen!"?!}
He...
What They Don’t Tell You About Feeding Tubes
February 7-13, 2016 is Feeding Tube Awareness Week. There are many reasons a person may be on a feeding tube and for anyone involved...
30 Non-Candy Valentine’s Gift Ideas for Kids!
Valentine's Day is rapidly approaching, which means more candy coming my kids' way. After Halloween and Christmas, I am sick of having so many...
Imagine Not Being Able to Provide Diapers for Your Baby
Diapers are so expensive. Yet, I never had to worry about whether or not my children would have them.
But do you want to hear...
How Boy Scouts Helped My Child With ADHD
My son was diagnosed with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) when he was in kindergarten. Looking back, I wish I would have explored other...
Monster Jam :: An Event the Whole Family Can Enjoy
Columbia SC Moms Blog is honored to partner with the Colonial Life Arena and Monster Jam to bring our readers the following post. While we received...
Who Are You… and What Happened to the Old Me?
Perhaps it comes with age, perhaps it comes with more responsibilities, and just plain “adulting,” but it feels as though the “old me” is...
The Due Date That Wasn’t
This season, from January through March, is full of emotion for me. Our sunshine girl, our firstborn who preceded all of our losses, was...
{You’re Invited!} Magical Opening Night Family Event for Elephant & Piggie
We are THRILLED to partner with the Columbia Children’s Theatre again to bring you a magical opening night family event for the production of Elephant...
Preparing for the Classroom and Beyond :: Preschool Prep at My...
Columbia SC Moms Blog is honored to partner with My Gym to bring our readers the following post. All opinions are our own.
As a stay-at-home mom...
Potty Training :: In The Trenches
As a daycare provider, nanny and child care consultant, I’ve seen kids totally own toilet training and I've witnessed kids (and parents) retreat. As...